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School and Childcare

Childcare Options

If you need assistance with childcare route to 1-800-691-9067 NM Kids Child Care Resource Center​
Enrolling children of essential workers ​at Children's Learning Center
Becoming an Emergency Childcare Provider
Childcare Providers from newmexicokids.org
Current CYFD Rules for Childcare
Dept. of Family and Community Services

School Resources

APS Re-Entry Program
2020-2021 APS Registration
APS Re-Entry ProgramThe Albuquerque Public Schools Reentry Plan calls for school to begin the week of Aug. 12 with the distribution of technology to all students, virtual home visits, and guidance for staff, students, and families on safely attending school and effectively learning at home.
Under the plan, which is subject to change depending on the spread of the coronavirus and public health orders, students would return to the classroom after Labor Day on an every-other-week rotation Tuesdays-Fridays.
Teachers and school staff are scheduled to return to school on Aug. 5 to begin preparing for online and in-school teaching and learning in a sanitized and safe setting that will include social distancing and the wearing of face coverings.
The plan outlines steps for swiftly moving to remote learning if the spread of the coronavirus isn't curtailed and public health orders still call for residents to mostly stay at home.  
  • APS Instructional & Operational Reentry Plan SY20-21 - English (PDF) — Updated July 16, 2020
  • APS Instructional & Operational Reentry Plan SY20-21 - Spanish (PDF)
  • APS Instructional & Operational Comprehensive Reentry Plan SY20-21 (PDF) — Updated July 17, 2020
  • COVID-19 Operational Reopening Plan for APS Fall 2020 (PDF)
Meal Distribution Update
Schedule Beginning August 3rd
  • Mondays from 11 AM–12:30 PM or 4–5:30 PM.
  • On Mondays, families will pick up a week's worth of meals.
  • Starting August 17, bring pre-printed tickets to pick up meals (available Aug. 13 and 14 at your child's school.)
The schedule will be adjusted when holidays fall on Mondays.
Adult Online learning 
  • Adult Learning @ the Albuquerque Public Library
  • Amazing Educational Resources - Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings: 
  • Course-based learning
  • edX - Access 2500+ Online Courses from 140 Institutions: 
  • Free Online Courses - Harvard University
  • Free Online Courses from Top Universities 
  • Khan Academy Created by experts, Khan Academy's library of trusted, standards-aligned practice and lessons covers math K-12 through early college, grammar, science, history, AP®, SAT®, and more. It's all free for learners and teachers.
  • Self Serve (Albuquerque’s sex-positive, health- and education-focused adult shop and resource center) is hosting their classes online
  • Vegetable Gardening Course
Children Online learning
  • Lakeshorelearning - worksheets, activities and lesson plans - Free resources from 
  • learn at home from Scholastic 
  • Total education online from Khan Academy - ages 4-18  
  • Learn to draw videos 
  • Mystery Science lessons 
  • English Spell Checker
Limited Childcare in Some Schools
APS Student Internet Essentials
APS Educational Resources
How to Talk to Kids About Coronavirus
Find A Free Xfinity Hotspot
Free Outdoor Wireless Internet Access (WiFi)
City of Albuquerque locations for free outdoor wireless internet access (WiFi).
The City of Albuquerque has extended it's public access to free WiFi hotspots (wireless internet connections) by providing additional locations in areas where social distancing is possible. This will help provide internet access to as many folks as possible while allowing residents to maintain social distancing guidelines.
 (August 6th, 2020) Opportunities for Kids & Families from the City of Albuquerque https://www.cabq.gov/parentsresources

Pod #1 - General Resources
  • Youth Connect - Out of school opportunities enrich the lives of youth in Albuquerque by creating a community of safety and inclusion.
  • ABQ Mom
  • Albuquerque Public School 
    • APS Reentry Plan
    • APS Coronavirus Info
    • APS Grab & Go Lunches
    • APS Administration: (505) 880-3700
    • Student Service Center: (505) 855-9040, servicecenter@aps.edu
  • Father’s New Mexico
  • Food Assistance
  • YesNM - Public assistance programs.
  • New Mexico Kids - For assistance with Childcare, food, diapers, clothing, etc.
  • New Mexico Public Education Department - School Reentry Guidance & Family FAQs.
  • Women, Infants, & Children Program (WIC) - Offers free healthy foods, nutrition education, nursing support, and community connections.
Pod #2 - City Programming
  • ABQ BioPark from Home
    • Bio Park Connect
  • CABQ Family & Community Services Lottery for Fall 2020 School Year Program open through August 14, 2020
    • Before and After School Programs
    • Child and Family Development
    • Child Development Resources
    • Playground Program
  • Visit Family & Community Services on Instagram for weekly activities for families
  • CABQ Parks & Recreation
  • Open Space
  • WiFi in Neighborhoods - Free outdoor internet access at City facilities
Pod #3 - Child Development
  • PBS - Parent Resources, Tips and Advice
  • Harvard Center on the Developing Child - How to Support Children (and Yourself) During the COVID-19 Outbreak.
  • Khan Academy - Free online courses, lessons and practice for kids.
Pod #4 - Play-based learning
  • Wemagination - Early Childhood Resource Center
Pod #5 - Creative + STEAM Engagement
  • ABQtodo - At Home Activities for Families
  • Albuquerque Museum
    • Family Art from Home - Download a different art project each week from Albuquerque Museum.
    • Coloring Pages
  • Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum
  • Explora
  • Keshet - Virtual dance classes.
  • ​Public Library
    • Kids’ Corner
    • Teen Zone
    • What do you want to learn
    • Stay at home resources
Pod #6 - Mental Health for Parents and Kids
  • CABQ Help or call 311
  • CABQ Mental Health Support
  • National Association of Social Workers New Mexico Chapter
Pod #7 - Public Safety
  • Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center: (505) 243-2333 - The Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center is a safe, secure and caring environment that focuses on the needs of victims of interpersonal crime.
  • Family Safety - Information on family safety, child safety, and crime prevention
  • APD Crime Prevention: (505) 768-2006

The mission of Catholic Charities is to put faith in action to improve the lives of those in need. We provide services to promote self-sufficiency, strengthen families, fight poverty, and build community. As the local 501(c)(3) affiliate of Catholic Charities USA, we remain dedicated to finding solutions to some of the most pressing social challenges individuals, children and families face regardless of race, religion, color, country of origin, disabilities, gender, age, or sexual orientation.
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Meet Our Staff
    • Who We Are >
      • FAQ
    • Board of Directors
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    • Our Past Work >
      • Companions on the Journey
      • Casa de Corazon
      • St. Brigid's Brew
      • 2020 Census
    • Feedback
    • Contact Us
  • How We Help
    • Children's Learning Center
    • Adult Education >
      • Career Pathways
    • HOUSING SERVICES >
      • Affordable Housing
    • Migrant Support >
      • Santa Fe
      • ESL PROGRAM
      • Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivor Services
      • Citizenship program
      • Assistance for Unaccompanied Minors
    • Refugee Support
    • Senior Transportation Services
    • Community Involvement >
      • In Kind Donations
    • COVID Resources
  • Get Involved
    • Ways to Give
    • Jobs
    • Volunteer
    • Fundraising Events >
      • Saint Nicholas Ball
      • Special Second Collection
      • Matthew 25 Giving Society
      • Share the Journey
    • Share Your Story
  • Media Center
    • Coronavirus
    • CC Statement on Archdiocese Chapter 11
    • News Releases
    • Newsletter - Stories of Hope
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